This set was recorded at Berliner Jazztage 1973. This is the first of two shows
(7:00 and 11:00 pm) performed at the Philharmonie on this date; the second has never
circulated. Also on the bill were Karl Berger's Music Universe and the Peter Brötzmann
Quartett.

The Davis Septet took part in the "Newport Jazz Festival in Europe" tour produced
by George Wein. The itinerary was as follows: